May 19th 2010 11:30AM
Max Grinnell is a writer, teacher, researcher and general man-about-town -- hence his job as an urbanologist. He tells us why Chicago's Lincoln Park, with its mix of people, interesting buildings and free zoo, is where he makes his home. And yes, it does involve a restaurant Sinatra frequented. Lovers of Elks temples read... Continue Reading »
Thea Stranger-Najjar is a Los Angeles native who loves Chicago because of the snow, great shops and because the bands want to be here. She might be Chicago's only resident who doesn't enjoy the summer as much as she does the winter. Name, Age, Occupation: Thea Stranger-Najjar, 27, administrator for Pediatric Residency at... Continue Reading »
Mar 19th 2010 10:00AM
Haverly Damon moved to Chicago a couple of years ago and has already figured out where to get a great Champagne brunch; how to have a car at her disposal for cheap; and how to get her landlord to lower her rent. She tells us why she's settling into Chicago nicely after 10 years in New York City. Name, Age, Occupation:... Continue Reading »
Feb 23rd 2010 2:00PM
Options trader Adam Kress tells us why Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood, with its proximity to the beach, people watching and top rib spot is his ideal neighborhood. Name, Age, Occupation: Adam Kress, 31, Options Trader, Chicago Board of Trade Neighborhood: The Gold Coast, Chicago Abode: Two-bedroom rental... Continue Reading »
Feb 23rd 2010 12:00PM
Crossfit coach Jennifer Reed tells us why just north of downtown, in Chicago's River North neighborhood is the only place she'll call home in Chicago. (Hint: the weather is involved.) Name, Age, Occupation: Jennifer Reed, 30, Owner and Coach Atlas CrossFit Neighborhood: River North Abode: Two-bedroom condo How long... Continue Reading »
